Wella Professionals Blondor Powder Bleaching Powder

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Half Head Foilyage: While balayage is traditionally developed in the open air, foilyage allows you to enhance the lift by wrapping each section in foils. Add some extra brightness around the face-framing layers to make your client’s complexion glow. If you're getting a cut the same day, most stylists will wait until after the bleaching is done to cut the hair. This allows them to cut off any damage that may come as a result of the bleaching, and ensure the hair looks its healthiest. John Pulitanois a stylist and the co-owner and creative director of Headcase Hair, a salon in Sydney, Australia.

Matt Rez is a celebrity colorist who has worked with Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber. He is also the inventor of the midlight technique and brand ambassador for Redken. Before your client heads out of the salon, swishing their half head highlights around, recommend they curate a care kit that will keep every ribbon looking fresh. These are our maintenance must-haves: The best products for bleach damaged hair that’s toned or coloured combine nourishment and colour maintenance. That’s why we recommend lathering up with the ColorMotion+ Color Protection Shampoo. It will care for the shade you worked so hard for, while treating strands to a dose of bond-strengthening WellaPlex with every wash. If your scalp is feeling irritated, try alternating this shampoo with the INVIGO Balance Senso Calm Sensitive Shampoo. 2. Always Apply Conditioner Sensitive scalps can become irritated during close-to-root bleach application, so if you’re opting for highlights that start near the scalp, ask your colorist to apply a skin protector first. If you visit a Wella salon, they can treat your sensitive scalp to the Marula Oil Blend Scalp Primer; a comforting protector that nourishes delicate skin without altering or diluting your color formula. 2. WellaPlex No1 Bond Maker Mixed with Your Lightener Create base lights that set the tonal direction for your blonde creation. These will be scattered all over the head, from root to tip. Vary the size of weaves and microlights, and paint at a diagonal angle. Step 2: Add Accent LightsSensitive scalps can become irritated during close-to-root bleach application, so if you’re opting for highlights that start near the scalp, ask your colourist to apply a skin protector first. If you visit a Wella salon, they can treat your sensitive scalp to the Marula Oil Blend Scalp Primer; a comforting protector that nourishes delicate skin without altering or diluting your colour formula. 2. WellaPlex No1 Bond Maker Mixed with Your Lightener According to Geary, pro-level bleaches contain high-quality ingredients that help colorists achieve their clients' desired results while protecting the hair's integrity. "Professional lighteners include clay, cream, or powder formulas and come in different strengths, achieving anywhere from six to nine levels of lift," she tells Byrdie. For the ideal consistency and results, mix shades with Welloxon Perfect. Just make sure you change the mixing ratio from 1:1 (used for traditional Koleston Perfect shades) to 1:2. You can lift natural hair up to three levels lighter with a 9% developer, or achieve up to five levels of lift with a 12% developer. You're also able to combine mix tones with Special Blonde shades to create truly bespoke colours. Adding other blondes from the Koleston Perfect collection lets you counteract unwanted tones (like excess warmth) or achieve a more precise match for your client's hair goals. Choosing the best lightener and developer is challenging," says color specialist Jodana Geary, "and you may end up with an unwanted result that compromises the condition of your hair." Additionally, the lighteners used at salons aren't what you'd find on the drugstore shelf. Kristen Flemingisthe hair color director at 3rd Coast Hair Salonin Chicago. She has over 15 years of professional experience and was named a top colorist in Chicago.

Choose your Special Blondes shades carefully, opting for 12/03 or 12/07 for a caramel blonde, and 12/11 or 12/89 for ash blonde highlights through brunette hair.The best way to prepare hair for bleaching is to avoid heat styling or chemical treatments for a week prior, to ensure the hair is in a fairly natural state. You'll also want to moisturize ahead of time, as bleaching is an incredibly drying process. As for whether hair should be clean or dirty prior to bleaching, that is up for debate—though most stylists agree it's best not to wash your hair for a day or two prior, to ensure your natural oils are intact before stripping the hair. Pro bleaching products typically have more lifting power to them," explains celebrity colorist Matt Rez. However, he advises against using them at home and instead says to ask your stylist if they can lighten your hair with a particular brand.